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Monster Hunter Tri G confirmed for 3DS (Famitsu)
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Lord Ghirahim
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MH virgin here, should I play the Wii one or should I import MHTriG? Is it an expansion pack of sorts?
Lord Ghirahim said:
Not much of a MH expert, but from what I understand, it's the same game with added content such as monsters and new equipment. Might also feature some gameplay changes.
The Wii version of Tri is still great, but it sounds like online, as well as MHTri GAF, might be dead. It's still great fun solo, but even better if you can get friends to play with you.
DCharlie
And even i am moderately surprised
there is a critical mass of people playing MH 3rd on the PSP of 5m players - yes, i know that. No one is abandoning anything - and that's exactly the point here. They'll abandon for a new number in the series but for a G revision? I just don't see it. XXXX hours down the pan to replay what is going to be largely the same. On the PSP , that'll happen because they'll be able to transfer characters and continue on - but 3DS represents a new start but not a totally new product (but will mean a new machine - either with an add on or maybe a newly revised hardware)
The key point is this : Are the difference between Tri and MH 3rd and a subsequent Tri G version going to be enough to get people to give up their current progress (this game basically goes on for infinity!) to start what will be mostly the same all over again -and- with the prospect of buying a new platform? My take is NO, and the other reason i put that sales figure is i think 3rd G will be announced for PSP at TGS which will also temper any exits.
Bear in mind that 40/40 rated Tri managed 900k on the Wii with it's huge sales base. There's an X factor at work with the PSP - it was the right machine at the right time and it worked well with certain demographics in Japan (school kids massively so). If they'd announced MH4 exclusivity on 3DS i think it would have been earth shattering but it's Tri G.
We shall see - i stand by the figure.
Lord Ghirahim
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Momo said:
At the moment, yes. I don't think Tri has been on other platforms anyway.
wsippel said:
Okay, I'll think I'll skip the original Tri then. I should expect a fee for TriG, right?
slaughterking
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An online mode hasn't even been announced apparently.Lord Ghirahim said:
And you need a Japanese system to play an import, too.
Anyone who thinks Vita isn't going to get a new Monster Hunter as well down the line is an idiot. That is unless Nintendo paid for some sort of multi-game exclusive deal which seems highly unlikely.
That being said. Day 1. I'm going to return my 3DS to target and rebuy it when the remodel comes out.
That being said. Day 1. I'm going to return my 3DS to target and rebuy it when the remodel comes out.
My hands cramp a bit playing the 3ds in its current form so I welcome the ad on, even if its not too elegant.
Also, I appreciate the fact that this brings more gameplay implementations to the system. I'm happy we get the option to get this.
With tri on Wii selling one million copies I also believe this will certainly attract the huge mh audience on psp that didn't own nintendos console version. That's about three million consumers that may be willing to try this installment that haven't done so on wii.
Also, I appreciate the fact that this brings more gameplay implementations to the system. I'm happy we get the option to get this.
With tri on Wii selling one million copies I also believe this will certainly attract the huge mh audience on psp that didn't own nintendos console version. That's about three million consumers that may be willing to try this installment that haven't done so on wii.
Lord Ghirahim
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slaughterking said:
I'm sure they'll announce an online mode if they don't want it to crash and burn. Is the single-player campaign that good on its own? I'm not familiar with the series. My system is JPN.
Sgt.Pepper
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My dear Lagiacrus is back! =D
Nuclear Muffin
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BorkBork said:
Yeah true, especially in the underwater sections. 3D could have a huge benefit to Monster Hunter's gameplay.
There's some 3D screenshots of MH3 Tri Wii emulated in 3D that you can view on your 3DS (using the 3DS internet browser) here.
http://gamecrunch.co/3dscreens/
Lord Ghirahim said:
It's alright, but you'll be missing out on high rank equipment and tougher monsters in the online quests.
I really liked the variability that multiple players can bring to the same quests; it really makes the game feel like it has more content than it actually does which is great.
slaughterking
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The singleplayer is alright in introducing you to the gameplay if you're new to the series. No pressure to fuck your whole team up if you're not doing good. And it may have a monster that you wont find in multiplayer.Lord Ghirahim said:
But overall it's all about the multiplayer experience.
OneMoreQuestion
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I'm guessing that this actually comes with the weapons that Tri missed out on for some reason.
OneMoreQuestion
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Where do I begin? Dual swords, gunlance, hunting horn, bows?Ken said:
Nuclear Muffin
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Just saw the new scans (not the one we've all seen here). Graphics look just as good as the Wii version if not better (PROPER SHADOWS FTW!)
Pink Rathalos too!
Pink Rathalos too!
)AlphaDragoon
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No online = WTF.
But other than that, looks amazing.
But other than that, looks amazing.
Eteric Rice
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Is it explicitly said that there isn't any online, or is it just not mentioned?
DXB-KNIGHT
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My eyes...it doesn't believe what it has seen O_O
LOL @ people freaking out over online, local multiplayer makes complete sense in Japan, thats why adhoc exists.
there is a Gathering Hall of sorts for local multiplayer, if they are working on an online infrastructure then i think maybe TGS or something it might be mentioned, but i highly doubt it.
Eteric Rice said:
there is a Gathering Hall of sorts for local multiplayer, if they are working on an online infrastructure then i think maybe TGS or something it might be mentioned, but i highly doubt it.
fabricated backlash
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Peru said:
Touchscreen camera control or bust. Slide to turn camera, tap to postion camera behind it. Position touchscreen buttons near the left border for additional options (item menu etc etc) for extra comfort.
It would be so easy to make MH play well on the 3DS if developers would actually use the touchscreen for camera controls. Unlike a shooter which needs constant camera control for movement, camera in MH would be more than manageable with a reach of your thumb to the touch screen.
The fact that MGS3D doesn't use the touch screen for the camera just cemented my opinion that Kojipro is completely unable to make adequate control schemes... (as if prior MGS titles wouldn't be proof enough of their incompetence to make comprehensive and elegant controls)
InsaneZero
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It's not mentioned.Eteric Rice said:
Absolutely loved Tri, one of my favourite games of last year, but I definitely won't be buying this if there's no way to play online. Had a blast playing it online with people on GAF and barely touched the singleplayer. I know it's not been confirmed yet, but knowing Capcom I wouldn't be surprised at all. I suppose there's always the possibility of Nintendo announcing their own version of Ad-Hoc party.
Nuclear Muffin
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BTW, It looks like they're moving the map, inventory and all that HUD stuff to the bottom screen!
The top screen is completely HUDless!
The top screen is completely HUDless!